Senior Grid Connection Engineer

Ming Yang Smart Energy; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Career advancement

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Ming Yang Smart Energy in the Philippines seeks a Senior Grid Engineer to support electrical design, grid integration, and studies for wind projects worldwide. The role emphasizes compliance with grid codes and optimal connection strategies.

You will perform power system analyses using PSCAD, PowerFactory, PSS/E and collaborate with international teams to deliver reliable grid connections for onshore and offshore wind farms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems.
• 5+ years in wind grid connection and power system studies.
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools: DigSilent PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS/E.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop grid models and assess grid performance using simulation tools.
• Perform load flow, short circuit, dynamic, transient stability, and harmonic studies.
• Evaluate wind farm impacts on grid infrastructure and propose mitigations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

International teamwork

Flexible priorities

Creative problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Organized

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical Engineering / Power Systems degree

Tools

DigSilent PowerFactory

PSCAD

PSS/E

ETAP

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Grid Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible to support the electrical design, grid integration, and simulation studies for onshore and offshore wind projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with grid codes, performing power system studies, and optimizing grid connection strategies related to Grid Connection required anywhere in the EMEA region for onshore and offshore wind projects. The Senior Grid Simulation Engineer will work in conjunction with other MYSE technical support team members and the technical departments of the parent company, to ensure a successful connection to the grid of the different windfarm projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize simulation tools (e.g., PSCAD, PowerFactory, PSS/E, ETAP) to develop grid models and assess grid performance.
• Perform power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, dynamic, and transient stability studies including harmonic studies.
• Evaluate the impact of onshore and offshore wind farms on existing grid infrastructure and propose mitigation measures.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including electrical engineers, to ensure seamless integration.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in onshore and offshore wind grid connection and power system studies.
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools (e.g. DigSilent PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS/E).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.

Skills:

• Ability to work with an international team and to establish good team working relations is essential
• Ability to rearrange and shift priorities in a changing situation
• Good technical skills with a focus on creative solutions and motivation to meet customer needs
• Ability to summarize technical topics for non-technical stakeholders
• Highly structured and well organized
• Good travel disposition (about 15% of time) in support of customer needs and overall business objectives
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environments
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Contribution to meaningful and impactful renewable energy projects.